Tribute to Kevin Choate Sensei
My aikido teacher, Kevin Choate Sensei passed away unexpectedly on December 1st. I still feel sad. Yet, I notice a quickening in my aikido practice as I try to assimilate the essence of his teaching before it fades. Kevin Choate Sensei, Karen Valencic Colorado July...Got Space?
How is space power? For me, it is a combination of deepening my center practice, claifying my intent and giving myself some grace because transitions take time. What tips will you share? If you’d like the download of my 15 minute quiet centering practice, drop...Conflict Management: Leadership that Guides
Aikido imitates life. This morning’s observation: grasping stops flow, takes a lot of energy and creates conflict. Conversely, guiding expands possibilities and energy. As a leader or educator do you grasp and control your people? Or, do you guide and engage...Center is the New Fast
Ugh…it felt so slow. A shoulder injury forced me to alter how I climb stairs at the gym. I lowered my speed 30% so as not to strain my shoulder by pulling myself up with the handrails. This seemed very slow. I was shocked to see a 30% reduction in my speed only...
Karen Valencic
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